In-depth personal interview

In-Depth personal interview will be scheduled after the application deadline, in the beginning of March 2027, with applicants who submit all requested documents by the application deadline, February 28th 2027.

The Dean may announce a second round of admissions to the study program if the anticipated number of students admitted in the first round is not met. Should the second admission round be announced, the application deadline will be April 30th 2027, and the exam will be held in May 2027. Should the second admission round be announced, the application must be submitted separately. Applicants who took the first-round admission exam cannot apply for the same program in the second round.

The interview is aimed at assessing the aptitude for study of the applicant and at his/her understanding of relations between international business and political and economic development in the world.

Topics for the International Business – Central European Business Realities interviews for admission in the academic year of 2027/2028

Group 1 – International Business Environment & Strategy

How do political, legal, economic, socio-cultural, and technological environments influence international business?
Why do companies internationalize, and how do SMEs differ from multinational corporations?
How do companies decide between exporting, franchising, licensing, joint ventures, or FDI?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of outsourcing and offshoring?
How can companies adapt strategies to local versus global markets?
What ethical and CSR challenges do multinational companies face?

Group 2 – International Trade Operations & Contracts

What are the main trading methods used in international business?
What are the key elements of an international sales contract?
How are contract disputes and failures of performance resolved internationally?
What are Incoterms 2020, and why are they important?
What payment methods and collateral instruments are used in international trade?
What is the role of bills of exchange and cheques in international trade?

Group 3 – Logistics, Finance & Risk Management

Why is logistics essential in international business?
What are the main risks in international trade and logistics?
How do companies insure credit and transport risks in international trade?
How are international business activities financed?
What are alternative financing methods in international business?
What are special business operations such as compensation trade, re-export, and tenders?

Group 4 – International Trade System & World Economy

Why is international trade important for national and global economies?
What are the current trends and challenges in international trade?
What are Global Value Chains, and what opportunities and risks do they create?
What is comparative advantage, and why do countries trade?
What is the role of the WTO and the Multilateral Trading System?
What are trade policy instruments, and how do governments use them?

Group 5 – Europe, FDI, Innovation & Competitiveness

What are the main characteristics of the Czech Republic’s foreign trade?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of European monetary integration?
What is the balance of payments, and why is it important?
Why is foreign direct investment important for countries and companies?
What factors determine international competitiveness?
How do innovation, technology, and human capital influence international trade?

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The admission to the program contains of the evaluation of two sections – in-depth interview and an assessment of aptitude for study – see more details.